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Breast aroma

What is the breast aroma and how does it encourage a baby to feed in the early days?

The breast excretes an aroma which is only noticed by babies – this triggers feeding interest and gets a baby’s nose pointing in the right direction!

Researchers have found that these special breast aromas not only arouse feeding interest in babies but they also help soothe an unsettled baby.

The mother fragrance is very unique to each mother and babies recognise these familiar aromas and feel safe, secure, settled and responsive to feeding.

View related information - Early initiation of breastfeeding and baby self attachment at the breast.

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